Form DIR explained: this guide covers what it means, who it applies to, the step-by-step process, documents required, fees, due dates and penalties in India — so you can stay compliant with confidence and avoid costly mistakes.
Form DIR-12 (DIR-12 (Change in Directors)) is an MCA/ROC form used to intimate appointment, resignation or change of directors/KMP. This guide explains its purpose, applicability and format.
Purpose & applicability of Form DIR-12
| Form | DIR-12 — DIR-12 (Change in Directors) |
| Purpose | To intimate appointment, resignation or change of directors/KMP |
| Applicability (who files) | Every company on any change in directors or KMP |
| Due date | within 30 days of the change |
| Filing fee | MCA fee based on share capital |
What Form DIR-12 contains
- Company details (CIN, name, registered office)
- The specific information the form captures for its purpose
- Supporting attachments as required
- Digital signature of the authorised signatory
Annual ROC compliance context
Form DIR-12 is one part of a company's yearly MCA obligations. Companies must also keep up annual filings, board/AGM compliance and event-based forms.
- Maintain statutory registers and minutes
- File annual forms (AOC-4, MGT-7/7A) after the AGM
- File event-based forms (DIR-12, PAS-3, CHG-1, etc.) within their timelines
- Complete director DIR-3 KYC every year
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